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Camp Arroyo Informational Night

Camp Arroyo Informational Night. A fourth grade adventure…. Where is it?.

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Camp Arroyo Informational Night

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  1. Camp ArroyoInformational Night A fourth grade adventure…

  2. Where is it? • Nestled in the hills surrounding the 138-acre Del Valle Regional Wilderness in Livermore, California, the camp was formally opened in 2001 and serves thousands each year.  Owned by the East Bay Regional Park District, Camp Arroyo is operated in partnership with The Taylor Family Foundation and the YMCA of the East Bay.

  3. Dates • We’ve been slotted into April 15 – 18, 2014(The same week we went this year! It was beautiful, dry and warm.) • We’ve asked for 60 students – up from 32 last year.

  4. A Typical Day at Camp Arroyo • Wake-up at 7! Shower and get ready • Breakfast in the Mess Hall at 8:15 • Morning Adventure Groups • Return for lunch at noon-ish • Quiet Cabin Time • Afternoon Adventure Groups • Recreation Time • Dinner Time • Evening Program • Lights Out at 9:30

  5. Curriculum Camp Arroyo’s curriculum actively engages students in experiential learning, critical thinking and problem solving through a multidisciplinary program which meets state standards. Small groups are led by a naturalist in character development activities, night-time programs, team-building initiatives and lessons designed around sustainable living.

  6. Wild Places As students explore the 138 acres of oak woodlands and riparian areas that surround Camp Arroyo, they learn how the plants and animals fit into this environment. Our naturalists use hands-on games, scavenger hunts and other activities to connect students to the flora and fauna around them. Students use field guides, binoculars, magnifying glasses and other tools to give them a closer look at nature.

  7. Cresta Blanca Hike This three-mile hike to the top of the hills overlooking Lake Del Valle focuses on geology, watersheds, and most importantly, personal accomplishment!

  8. Accommodations and Food Camp Arroyo has award- winning “green” cabins. Students will learn about green building practices, passive solar heating, and much more.. The food is served family style and is delicious.

  9. Fun! Fun! Fun! There is fun throughout the day including sports, games, and best of all a Shindizzle! (What’s that you ask? It’s a surprize.)

  10. Responsibilities of… Students • Respect, care for, and be honest with classmates, chaperones, instructors, and teachers • Use the buddy system along with an adult • Only enter their own cabin • Use positive language and encourage others • Leave ALL nature where it is • Walk everywhere, unless instructed to run • HAVE FUN!!!!

  11. Responsibilities of… Chaperones • Supervise students in and out of cabins • Help students to prepare for the day • Model behavior for students during meals and activities • Assist with student supervision during evening programs • Participate in daily chaperone meetings • Expected to go on all Adventure Group Lessons

  12. Chaperones - what’s in it for you? • Week of family-style meals- no dishes! • 2 chaperones per cabin - tag team! • 1:11 chaperone to student ration, so at a minimum we need 3. Male chaperones can only been in boys cabins. Female chaperones can be in either. • Participate with activity groups-exercise! • Quiet time in the afternoon- nap! • Will I be with my child all day long? • Chaperone Fee ~ $200

  13. How much does Camp cost? The ~$250* tuition fee will give each child: • 4 days and 3 nights of meals, and accommodations • Hands-on Curriculum stretching and enriching fourth grade standards. • 4 days of outdoor learning away from home-priceless! The ~$220* tuition fee will give each child: • 3 days and 2 nights of meals, and accommodations • Hands-on Curriculum stretching and enriching fourth grade standards. • 3 days of outdoor learning away from home-priceless!

  14. Next Steps… • Get a firm commitment from parents. • Send in deposit. • Parent jobs: treasurer (most important - there are a number of deadlines to meet), transportation coordinator, and fundraising coordinator.

  15. Medical Needs The camp has an infirmary for any medical needs. We need to submit: • Health forms • Dietary restrictions • Everything is confidentiality

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